National Space Centre

The award winning National Space Centre is the UK´s largest attraction dedicated to space. From the minute you catch sight of the Space Centre´s futuristic Rocket Tower, you´ll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery and interactive fun. Home to the UK's largest 360° planetarium, the National Space Centre is a hands-on, interactive journey through six stunning galleries, Rocket Tower that will test your abilities to survive in space. Check out the 3D Space Simulator in Human Spaceflight: Lunar Base 2025. What's more all visitors can make their tickets valid for a whole year allowing you to come back again at no extra cost (no promotions or discounts apply).

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National Space Centre,
Exploration Drive,
Leicester,
Leicestershire
LE4 5NS

Tel: 0845 605 2001

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Opening Times:	All year, Tue to Sun 10:00-17:00. School Term Time: Tue-Fri 10:00-16:00, Sat & Sun 10:00-17:00.School Holidays: Mon-Sun, 10:00-17:00.
Admission:	Adult £13.00, Child Under 5 Free, Child (5-16)/Concessions £11.00, Family (4) £39.87, Family (5) £49.66.
Child Friendly:	Children of all ages welcome
Dog Friendly:	No
Location:	By Road: The National Space Centre is located just off the A6, two miles north of Leicester City Centre, midway between Leicester's inner and outer ring roads. Brown road signs with a distinctive rocket logo will direct you from the arterial routes around Leicester. By Train: East Midland Trains and Cross Country Trains serve Leicester Station. From here you can either take a bus or a taxi to the National Space Centre. First bus 54 runs every 10 minutes Monday to Saturday and every 20 minutes on Sunday from Charles Street, a short walk from the station. Car parking charge £2.00.
Facilities:	All weather attraction, corporate facilities, picnic area, Full Disabled Access, Shop, Restaurant, Café, Parking Availability
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